Getting a Digital SLR camera opens you up to a bigger world photography. With its extensive range of settings, you can now calibrate much more just before you press the shutter.
Keeping it simple - For someone who is not too bothered about technicalities, this Pentax device works!
For those who are passionate about photography at a casual level but are prepared to make the occasional technical adjustments, the K-30 + DAL 18-55WR is a very straightforward option. At this skill level you'll be comfortable utilising features such as the 11 "Auto Focus points" that this camera comes with.
Casual videos - If the technicalities involved in altering video settings are not a priority, then this Pentax device is a very good option!
Even though recording videos is a passion, you're not necessarily looking to go pro. You're content with making tweaks to a couple of settings to suit the shot you're about to take. The K-30 + DAL 18-55WR is very accessible which makes it suitable for this.
The Pentax K-30 + DAL 18-55WR, is a very competent option when it comes to recording occasions and related activities. Also, the presence of its built-in Image stabilizer does help with making your clips look smooth and steady.
Its always great to capture moments of delight at home or while spending time with family and friends on an outing. For this, the Pentax K-30 + DAL 18-55WR is a great companion to have.
Self made video content - Whether its in a specialist niche or broad subject area, video content is king (or queen) these days. With an image sensor size of 23.7 x 15.7 mm (mm), this camera can deliver really good image quality in your videos.
Capture the drama - This Pentax camera is is good partner for your craft. Filming in different situations requires a really good Image sensor and this camera packs one that measures at 23.7 x 15.7 mm mm which works very well for your needs.
Breathtaking transitions such as rolling clouds or city lights can captured as a time-lapse using the Pentax's in-built intervalometer
If you're looking to simply use your camera to point-and-shoot everyday moments with an item or person as the subject matter, then the K-30 + DAL 18-55WR is an easy recommendation for this.
Actions shots are for more engaging than people posing for a photograph at events. The Pentax K-30 + DAL 18-55WR comes with Auto Focus Tracking which helps ensure people in motion still look sharp in your photos.
As lots of sports happen at night or in-doors, the image sensor size plays an important role in image quality during low light conditions. In addition to its 23.7 x 15.7 mm(mm) sensor size, the Pentax K-30 + DAL 18-55WR, also comes with a Tracking Focus mode which is great for photos were the subject is constantly moving.
Taking photos while underwater is a lot of fun. You'll be able to bathe the subject of your photograph with the colours and hues only found when taking shots in an aquatic environment.
Whether on holiday or exploring new places, this camera from Pentax is a great choice. Taking photos of what's around you - near and far - with the K-30 + DAL 18-55WR is a breeze.
From ants to zebras, a camera for nature's mosaic needs to have a great image sensor which is why the 23.7 x 15.7 mm (mm) that comes with this model works well for this scenario. It comes with a Continuous Shooting Mode allowing you to take successive shots rapidly.
If you've got requirements to take photos of a variety of landscapes, then the presence of multiple scene modes on a camera is helpful in order to setup quickly and start shooting. This model from Pentax has got this capability making it a suitable option for your needs. In addition, this model has the ability to select what parts of your frame you would like to focus on before you take the shot.
This device showcases a refined taste in mobile devices due to clean lines and a premium look.
Whether you want to blend in, or have a camera that doesn’t attract unwanted attention, the basic design of the K-30 + DAL 18-55WR fits the bill.
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Specification | Description |
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Design | |
Camera Type | DLSR |
Product Colour | White |
Camera | |
Aperture Priority AE | Yes |
Aperture Range (F-F) | 3.5-5.6 |
Camera File System | DCF 2.0, DPOF, Exif 2.3, RAW |
Image Formats Supported | JPEG, RAW |
Languages Support | CZE, DAN, DEU, DUT, ENG, ESP, FIN, FRE, GRE, HUN, ITA, POL, POR, RUS, SWE, TUR |
Photo Effects | 1 |
Playback Zoom (max) | 16 x |
Scene Modes | Backlight, Candlelight, Children, Close-up (macro), Museum, Night, Night portrait, Pet, Portrait, Snow, Sports, Sunset, Surf, Landscape (scenery) |
Scene Modes Present | Yes |
Self-timer Delay | 2, 12 s |
Shooting Modes | Aperture priority, Auto, Manual, Movie, Program, Scene, Shutter priority |
White Balance | Auto, Cloudy, Custom, Daylight, Flash, Fluorescent, Fluorescent (Day White), Fluorescent (Natural White), Fluorescent (White), Shade, Tungsten |
Flash | |
Built-in Flash | Yes |
External Flash Connector | Yes |
Flash Exposure Compensation | Yes |
Flash Exposure Correction | -2EV - +1EV (1/2 EV step) |
Flash Guide Number | 12 m |
Flash Modes | Red-eye reduction, Slow synchronization |
Flash Sync-speed | 0.005 s |
Focusing | |
Auto Focus | Yes |
Auto Focus (AF) Assist Beam | Yes |
Auto Focus (AF) Points | 11 |
Auto Focus (AF) Points Selection | 1 |
Auto Focusing (AF) Modes | Continuous Auto Focus, Face detection, Selective Auto Focus, Single Auto Focus, Spot Auto Focus, Tracking Auto Focus |
Face Detection | Yes |
Focus | TTL |
Focus Adjustment | Auto/Manual |
Focusing Distance | 24.99 |
Manual Focus | Yes |
Tracking Focus | 1 |
Light Exposure | |
Auto Exposure (AE) Lock | Yes |
ISO Sensitivity | 100, 125, 160, 200, 250, 320, 400, 500, 640, 800, 1000, 1250, 1600, 2000, 2250, 2500, 3200, 4000, 5000, 6400, 8000, 10000, 12800, 16000, 25600, Auto |
ISO Sensitivity (max) | 25600 |
ISO Sensitivity (min) | 100 |
Light Exposure Control | Program AE |
Light Exposure Correction | ±5EV (1/2; 1/3 EV step) |
Light Exposure Modes | Aperture priority AE, Auto, Manual, Shutter priority AE |
Light Metering | Centre-weighted, Evaluative (Multi-pattern), Spot |
Manual Exposure | Yes |
Shutter | |
Camera Shutter Speed | 30 - 1/6000 s |
Camera Shutter Type | Electronic |
Fastest Camera Shutter Speed | 1/6000 s |
Shutter Priority AE | Yes |
Shutter Speed Settings | B |
Slowest Camera Shutter Speed | 30 s |
Video | |
Analog Signal Format System | NTSC, PAL |
Camcorder Media Type | SD, SDHC, SDXC |
Full HD | Yes |
HD Type | Full HD |
Maximum Video Resolution | 1920 x 1080 pixels |
Motion JPEG Frame Rate | 60 fps |
Supported Aspect Ratios | 4:3, 16:9 |
Video Formats Supported | AVI, H.264, MJPEG, MOV |
Video Recording | Yes |
Video Resolutions | 640 x 480, 1280 x 720, 1920 x 1080 pixels |
Audio | |
Built-in Microphone | Yes |
Microphone Operation Mode | Mono |
Lens System | |
Filter Size | 52 mm |
Focal Length (35mm Film Equivalent) | 27.5 - 84.5 mm |
Focal Length Range (f-f) | 18 - 55 mm |
Lens Mount Interface | Pentax KAF2 |
Lens Structure (elements/groups) | 11/8 |
Maximum Aperture Number | 38 |
Maximum Focal Length (35mm Film Equiv) | 84.5 mm |
Minimum Aperture Number | 3.5 |
Minimum Focal Length (35mm Film Equiv) | 27.5 mm |
Mounting Type | Bayonet |
Number Of Diaphragm Blades | 6 |
Storage | |
Compatible Memory Cards | SD, SDHC, SDXC |
Display | |
Built-in Display | Yes |
Display | TFT |
Display Diagonal | 3 |
Display Resolution (numeric) | 921000 pixels |
Field Of View | 100 % |
Viewfinder | |
Diopter Adjustment (D-D) | -2.5 - 1.5 |
Diopter Correction | Yes |
Magnification | 0.92 x |
Optical Viewfinder | Yes |
Viewfinder Type | Optical |
Sensor | |
Image Sensor Size (W X H) | 23.7 x 15.7 mm |
Megapixel | 16.28 MP |
Sensor Format | Cropped |
Sensor Type | CMOS |
Total Megapixels | 16.49 MP |
Other Features | |
Image Editing | Resizing, Rotating |
Interval Recording | 1 |
Stabilizer | Yes |
Ports & Interfaces | |
USB 2.0 Connectors | 1 |
USB Version | 2.0 |
Battery | |
Battery Life (CIPA Standard) | 480 shots |
Battery Technology | Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion) |
Battery Type | D-LI109 |
Number Of Batteries Supported | 1 |
Power Source Type | Battery |
Packaging Content | |
Batteries Included | Yes |
Battery Charger Included | Yes |
Bundled Software | PENTAX Digital Camera Utility 4 |
Cables Included | USB |
Hand Strap | Yes |
Weight & Dimensions | |
Depth | 71.5 mm |
Height | 96.5 mm |
Lens Diameter | 67.5 mm |
Lens Length | 68.5 mm |
Weight | 590 g |
Weight (including Battery) | 650 g |
Width | 128.5 mm |
System Requirements | |
Mac Operating Systems Supported | Mac OS X 10.4 Tiger, Mac OS X 10.5 Leopard, Mac OS X 10.6 Snow Leopard, Mac OS X 10.7 Lion, Mac OS X 10.8 Mountain Lion, Mac OS X 10.9 Mavericks |
Windows Operating Systems Supported | Y |
Picture Quality | |
Maximum Image Resolution | 4928 x 3264 pixels |
Still Image Resolution(s) | 16M (4928x3264), 12M (4224x2816), 8M (3456x2304), 5M (2688x1792)Full HD (1920x1080)HD (1280x720)VGA (640x480) |
Memory | |
Memory Slots | 1 |